We Take Mystery
Gary Numan
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Confiscate letters like D.E.B. No natural course of things for her to expect Withdraw the feelings 'You can, you can't' I called your number as you told the world Something is wrong There is no longer any normal to me You're my assassin but you can't see the crime Pointless possessions of me & you & greed I looked at you mistaking needles for eyes Something is wrong
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Written by: Gary Anthony Webb, Gary Anthony James Webb
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11 facts about this song
Song Overview"We Take Mystery (To Bed)" is a song by Gary Numan, an English singer, songwriter, and musician, known for his distinctive electronic sounds.
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AlbumThis song is part of the album "I, Assassin" released in 1982, which marked a shift in Gary Numan's musical style from synth-pop to a more funk-influenced sound.
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Chart Ranking“We Take Mystery (To Bed)” peaked at no. 9 on the UK Singles Chart, making it one of Numan's higher-charting hits in the UK.
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Music VideoThe music video for this song was directed by Tim Pope, a notable British music video director.
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Evolving SoundAs part of "I, Assassin" album, this song marked the departure from Numan's initial electro-pop sound towards a jazzier, bass-led funk style driven by fretless bass player Pino Palladino.
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Distinctive StyleThe song features heavy use of synthesizers and drum machines, a typical characteristic of Numan's music.
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Single ReleaseThe original release of "We Take Mystery (To Bed)" as a single included a B-side track called "The Image is", showing the diverse range in Numan's songwriting.
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Reissues"We Take Mystery (To Bed)" was reissued in 1998 as part of the Beggars Banquet Records reissue series, which included bonus tracks and remixes.
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Live PerformancesThe song has been a staple in Numan's live performances and has been covered in numerous shows and tours.
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InspirationGary Numan, often associated with the new wave movement, was influenced heavily by the pioneering works of bands like Kraftwerk and Ultravox. These influences can be heard in his songs, including "We Take Mystery (To Bed)".
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Personal MeaningDespite the success of the song, Numan described this period as "the beginning of the wilderness years" in his career, as he felt he was losing touch with his true artistic direction.
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